Is it normal that my nails naturally grow in a pointed shape?

My nails naturally grow in a pointed shape, or they grow normal but soon break into that shape. I only file them to get rid of rough broken edges, but leave the shape the same. It looks fine and most people seem okay with it. However, I have relatives who want me to cut them short and say long pointy nails look scary. The problem is, even if I do cut my nails they will be back to the way they were before in less than a week. Is this normal, and if no, should I cut them short?

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Comments ( 16 )
  • NeuroNeptunian

    That depends.
    I used to have really long nails and I accidentally scratched a kid's face so bad that his family considered a lawsuit. Be careful, nails can do more damage than you think. That kid still looks in the mirror and sees his scars.

    But fuck him, he was a bully.

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    • tehfoxyfire

      Lol that accidental scratch did scar him for life now imagine if u would have really scratched him as hard as you could like he deserved it

      bullies :-(

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  • chloroplast

    That's awesome~! Pointed nails are the best.

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  • tehfoxyfire

    It's normal. For me at least. my nails grow long and pointy they look like claws nonetheless they do make my hands and fingers look alot slender. They do get compliments alot especially when you paint them shiny bright colors

    show us a pic :-)

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  • VioletTrees

    I'm not into the pointy nail look, but do what you like with your own fingernails. If you'd prefer a rounded or square look, file your nails into the shape you'd like and then apply nail polish. If you don't want to paint your nails a different colour, applying clear top coat will also help strengthen them.

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  • NotFloydzie

    Ooo. Take a picture of them. I like pointy nails, specially if you paint them red. It doesn't look scary at all, at least in my opinion. It actually looks nice and ladylike.

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  • Faceless

    *cocks gun*
    *spins barrel*
    *shoots self in temple*

    Means your story is dumb and I dont give a fuck that suicide would be an acceptable approach to answer it.

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    • If you don't give a fuck, then why did you even write anything?

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  • ArthurArmadeus

    Technically No. It's abnormal stem growth. I have the same issue. It's not an unhealthy issue typically though a tad annoying. Best bet is to keep filing regularly with a clean steel file, and it should help "soften" the appearance over time.

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  • Justmehere

    Let them grow! Good friend of mine keeps hers at the same, angle-pointy shape, and about an inch long. She does them different colors, but jet-black, and deep red are the hottest, sexiest on her. I've complimented, and felt, her nails tons of times. She loves the attention, and has even approached me at the sports bar where she works, if I'm there, to show me new colors, how sharp they are now..Really makes a thing out of it. I say, keep them long, pointed, and sharp..Guys love it.

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  • SCRATCHY

    i luv very long pointed nails specially if they are good for scratching..
    neuro neptunian u are so beauty still have nails so long?
    do you think long nails can seriously hurt somebody?

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  • ILoveJoshHutcherson

    My friends like that
    If you like them keep them
    Do what makes you happy:)

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  • elephantface

    Cool! If ur a lady, dress up like a cat and poop on yourself

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  • Mellifluous

    'Tis perfectly normal. Everyone has a different shape, and some people even purposely file their nails to get the pointy look. You should feel very proud.

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  • emi.l.y

    I have the same problem... Embrace yoor creepy nails! X

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  • asuran

    if you dont want your nails can i have them?
    i love pointed nails. its not something i see every day

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